“On the Return” features new works from painter James Austin Murray who continues to demand that we put aside preconceived perceptions of light and dark and explore their evolving role in our lives. Murray rakes, scrapes, and physically moves his thickly applied jet-black paint, making the flat surface expand, contract, ripple, and pulse. Each painting is informed by years of innovative, intentional practice that is tempered by the fickle nature of wet oil paint. Murray’s ability to create an infinite possibility with paint and canvas is one that belies the limitation of material. The simplicity creates a visual complexity that can only be experienced when standing in front of one of his paintings. With each painting, we are given a glimpse into Murray’s artistic and material perspective.
JASON WHEATLEY: LANGUAGE OF THE BIRDS
In Jason Wheatley’s first solo exhibition at Gilman Contemporary, “Language of the Birds” features surreal and dreamlike still life paintings that explore our relationship with fantastical ideas and recognizable imagery. Embracing the illustrative style of John James Audubon and his famed “Birds of America” series, Wheatley deploys realist and absurdist sensibilities to each still life. Filled with metaphor and riddles, each canvas demonstrates a contemporary sense of humor and folly. Through repetition and practice, Wheatley paints from both memory and life. The oddities that are found in his paintings are a counterbalance the classical renderings in oil.
Fit Me SV Grand Opening Party
You’re Invited to Fit Me SV’s GRAND OPENING PARTY! Summer is nearly here and we’re ready to CELEBRATE 🎉. Fit Me SV is proud to announce the official Grand Opening of Ketchum’s newest mat Pilates studio. Join us Thursday, June 20th at 6:00 PM at the studio and help us celebrate with an evening of ribbon cutting, community, small bites & drinks, raffle of giveaways from local businesses, DJ and dancing! Studio Location: Fit Me SV 491 10th St. #A5A Ketchum ID, 83340 Visit our website: fitmesv.com Follow us on Instagram for more info: @fitmesunvalley What’s more, ALL DAY THURSDAY June 20th, we’re offering $10 CLASSES! Sign up for any mat Pilates class on Thursday 6/20 here: https://widget.hellowalla.com/classes?date=2024-06-20&uuid=8b3f2d6f-7df2-4b0f-b339-4455703b417a&l=all&view=daily
Sun Valley Policy Forum: SVPF Summer Institute
The SVPF Summer Institute is a 2-day event with presentations from Charlie Kirk (Winning the Culture Wars for the Next Generation), Stephen Moore (Back to Work: Pro-Growth Economic Tax Policies), Scott Rasmussen (Founding Principles in Modern America) and Cleta Mitchell (Election Integrity: Who Counts?). The Sun Valley Policy Forum (SVPF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and non-partisan organization. Founded in 2022, SVPF brings first-in-class educational programming to drive greater community participation and engagement in social, economic, and civic challenges. SVPF brings the very best of today’s eminent leaders and nationally recognized luminaries to Sun Valley, Idaho. SVPF is designed to promote civil researched policy discourse and to create a forum to exchange ideas and build affinity groups growing the base of support of sound clear policies for the next generation. Significant year-round programming features economists, change agents, cultural historians, academia, new media, philanthropy, and public servants. Each will provide insights on critical issues and share our values of upholding the Constitution, and the American ideals of individual liberty, democracy, and free speech. Both season passes and single event entry registration options are offered. We hope to see you there! Please email info@svpolicyforum.org if you are interested in volunteering.
The Trailhead Bicycles’ Summer Kick-Off Party
Join us for our third annual Summer Kick-Off Party! We will be hanging out at the BCRD Quigley Bike Park from 4-7pm on Saturday, June 15th! Food will be available to purchase through La Parilla, Woodfired Pizza, and Shaved Ice Sun Valley! We will be providing free beer and drinks! Hop on the “bike bus” departing from the shop at 3:45pm to ride over together! There will be bike-themed games & prizes for: strider races, pump track challenge, keg pull, & bike limbo as well as kid-friendly crafts all afternoon!
The Welcome Party – A Benefit for the Sun Valley Culinary Institute
Start your summer with sumptuous cuisine prepared by world-renowned chefs and enticing live and silent auction items, and then dance the night away under the stars. The Welcome Party supports the Sun Valley Culinary Institute Scholarship Fund, which assists with student education costs.
Men’s Second Chance Living – 3rd Annual Pickleball Event
Men’s Second Chance Living 3rd Annual Pickleball Event to be held at the Valley Club. Funds raised from this event support our programs that help men achieve sustained recovery from substance use disorders and successfully reenter society.
Benefit Screening of Oscar-Winner “The Whale”
Catch a very special screening of A24’s Academy Award-Winning film “The Whale” on August 29, 2023 at 5:30 PM at The Argyros Performing Arts Center in Ketchum, ID to benefit Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency. The evening includes a pre-screening reception and a post-screening conversation with playwright, screenwriter, MacArthur “Genius” Fellow, and Idaho-native Samuel D. Hunter. The Q&A will be moderated by Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency Artistic Director John Baker. Hunter and Baker worked closely together on Hunter’s acclaimed play “The Whale,” which Hunter later adapted for the screen. Following its premiere at the 2022 Venice Film Festival, the Darren Aronofsky film was nominated for three Academy Awards and won two. Brendan Fraser won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of a reclusive English teacher who attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter. Film running time: 117 minutes; Rating: R TICKETS: www.sunvalleyplaywrights.org General Admission tickets are $25, and VIP Tickets are $150. VIP Admission also includes a pre-screening reception with hors d’oeuvres with Samuel D. Hunter plus prime seating for the screening. All ticket sales benefit Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency. Sponsors for the evening include The Argyros Performing Arts Center, Atkinsons’ Market, The Salty Sisters, and Wall …
The Robert Cray Band – Sold Out
Tickets are SOLD OUT • Thank you, Ketchum! Robert Cray is one of the biggest names on the modern blues scene. He has created a sound that rises from American roots and arrives today both fresh and familiar. In just over 40 years, Cray and his band have recorded 20 studio releases – 15 of which have been on the Billboard charts – and played bars, concert halls, festivals and arenas around the world. He’s also picked up multiple Grammy Awards, collaborated with some of the genre’s biggest icons, and been inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame.
SALLY KING BENEDICT
JULY-AUGUST EXHIBITION: “RE/CREATION” with SALLY KING BENEDICT For the past fifteen years, Benedict has built an impressive following with major solo shows and features in Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Domino and Southern Living. Now a Ketchum resident, she’s thrilled to present her first body of work inspired by life in the Wood River Valley. For Benedict, “I have come to realize that the ways I now recreate have also, in fact, re-created me.” Opening Night reception with artist on July 7th from 5:00-7:30PM